Oxapampa Biosphere Reserve

Discover the biological richness of the Oxapampa Biosphere Reserve.

It is located in the Central Jungle, Oxapampa Province, Pasco Region.

The Oxapampa-Asháninka-Yanesha Biosphere Reserve, located in the jungle of the Pasco Region, stands out as one of the most important on the planet, as it houses a wide variety of unique species of animals, as well as a truly privileged flora.

In the Oxapampa-Asháninka-Yanesha Biosphere Reserve, the presence of the communities that reside there is also noteworthy, as they actively participate in the integration of conservation and sustainable development.

Hosting approximately more than 5,000 types of vascular flora. It is worth noting that there are over 600 species of orchids here.

Likewise, the fauna of the area is primarily characterized by its 75 species of amphibians, of which 30 are considered endemic (native to this place) and restricted to that area.

According to the National Service of Natural Protected Areas by the State (Sernanp), this natural space is home to at least 127 species of mammals, 321 species of birds, 71 species of fish, and 306 species of butterflies, among others. More than 10,000 plant species have been recorded, of which 50 are endemic

The head of the National Park also mentioned that among the criteria established for declaring it a biosphere, the preservation of biological diversity in its ecosystem was considered. She pointed out that in the area known as the Core Zone, monitoring of less disturbed ecosystems, research, and activities that do not disrupt the natural context are carried out.

On the other hand, there is the Buffer Zone, which surrounds the core zone. The activities carried out here are organized in a way that they do not hinder the conservation goals of the core zone but rather ensure its protection. Hence, the concept of 'buffer,' opening the possibility for eco-friendly and environmentally friendly tourism.

The Oxapampa-Asháninka-Yánesha Biosphere Reserve has four areas designated for tourism activities, including San Cristóbal, San Alberto, and Huampal, where ecotourism activities are increasingly common.

Finally, there are the Transition Zones, known for being the areas where communities, human settlements, and various actors involved in the management and development of the area's resources are located. Here, you can find Asháninka populations, descendants of Austro-German settlers, Andean migrants, and other communities.

Extracted from: 

Empresa Peruana de Servicios Editoriales S. A. EDITORA PERÚ. (2017, 8 junio). Conoce la riqueza biológica de la reserva de Biósfera Oxapampa. https://andina.pe/agencia/noticia-conozca-riqueza-biologica-de-reserva-biosfera-oxapampa-669904.aspx